“Ginger Rogers did everything that Fred Astaire did,” the famed feminist and former Texas governor Ann Richards once said. “She just did it backwards and in heels.”

Ginger Rogers, renowned for her stellar performances in 10 mesmerizing musicals alongside Fred Astaire during the 1930s, captivated audiences with her exquisite ballroom dancing, so much so that Madonna immortalized her as someone who could “dance on air” in the iconic song “Vogue.” Beyond her impressive dance skills, Rogers was also a visual delight, exuding charm even in stillness.

With her striking platinum blonde hair, a trim 24-inch waist, and perfectly sculpted legs, Rogers was the epitome of grace and beauty. Her shapely calves and slender thighs often peeked from beneath her elegant evening gowns, especially when she and Astaire danced in perfect harmony. Her iconic performances included the fancy footwork in the short, collared black dress in Swing Time, and her graceful movements in the white ostrich feather gown that accentuated her curves in Top Hat.

Even as she gradually stepped away from the limelight, Rogers maintained her toned physique. An accomplished tennis player, she competed in the U.S. national championship’s mixed doubles at age 39 in 1950. The L.A. Times praised her tennis game as “almost symphonic in its rhythm.” Her dedication to outdoor activities like swimming, golf, and fly fishing further showcased her ageless vigor and athletic prowess. On her birthday, we remember the legendary entertainer and her enduring elegance and strength.